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  1. Add The Curator Series: The Bowes Museum in the 20th Century to your Itinerary

    The Curator Series: The Bowes Museum in the 20th Century

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    Lecture

    Barnard Castle

    Discover how The Bowes Museum's collection has changed over time with the influence of 20th century curators, and the wider impact these individuals have had on museums as we know them today in this insightful talk by Dr. Jane Whittaker, Head of…

    Dates

    From:
    14 Aug 2025Open 14:30 - 15:30
    More info for The Curator Series: The Bowes Museum in the 20th Century

  2. Add The Greatest Showman (PG) - Lumley Castle Hotel to your Itinerary

    The Greatest Showman (PG) - Lumley Castle Hotel

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    Type:

    Film

    Chester le Street

    The Greatest Showman (PG) Sunday 31st August.

    Dates

    From:
    31 Aug 2025Open 14:00 -
    More info for The Greatest Showman (PG) - Lumley Castle Hotel

  3. Add South Causey Monthly Dog Walk to your Itinerary

    South Causey Monthly Dog Walk

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    Type:

    Dog-Friendly

    STANLEY

    Join the South Causey Dog Walking Club every 1st Saturday of the month at 10 am for a picturesque stroll through the beautiful Beamish Valley. 

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
    More info for South Causey Monthly Dog Walk

  4. Add Knight School - Auckland Gardens and Auckland Palace to your Itinerary

    Knight School - Auckland Gardens and Auckland Palace

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    Type:

    Children/Family events

    Bishop Auckland

    Join Medieval Prince Bishop Antony Bek’s ranks for an interactive outdoor adventure!

    Dates

    From:
    6 Aug 2025to10 Aug 2025Open 10:30 - 15:45
    From:
    13 Aug 2025to17 Aug 2025Open 10:30 - 15:45
    More info for Knight School - Auckland Gardens and Auckland Palace

  5. Add Christmas Lunch - The Manor House Hotel & Spa to your Itinerary

    Christmas Lunch - The Manor House Hotel & Spa

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    Christmas and New Year

    West Auckland, Bishop Auckland

    Join us in the grandeur of the Knights Hall for Christmas Day Lunch. Arrive from 12.30pm to a bucks fizz reception and take your seats to dine for 1pm.

    Dates

    From:
    25 Dec 2025Open 12:30 - 14:30
    More info for Christmas Lunch - The Manor House Hotel & Spa

  6. Add Heritage Open Days - Durham School Tour & Durham School Chapel to your Itinerary

    Heritage Open Days - Durham School Tour & Durham School Chapel

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    Heritage Open Days

    Durham City

    Sunday 14th Sept, Durham School will open its doors to the public. The Chapel will be open with volunteers answering questions and playing the organ. There will also be a tour of the school, exploring its 600-year history.

    Dates

    From:
    14 Sept 2025Open 14:00 - 16:00
    More info for Heritage Open Days - Durham School Tour & Durham School Chapel

  7. Add Hal Cruttenden "Can Dish It Out But Can't Take It" - The Witham to your Itinerary

    Hal Cruttenden "Can Dish It Out But Can't Take It" - The Witham

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    Type:

    Comedy

    Barnard Castle

    Hal is back with a brand-new tour with a show that promises to stick it to 'The Man', as long as 'The Man' doesn't stick it back to him.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Nov 2025Open 20:00 - 22:00
    More info for Hal Cruttenden "Can Dish It Out But Can't Take It" - The Witham

  8. Add Much Ado About Nothing - Handlebards - Open Air Theatre at Raby Castle to your Itinerary

    Much Ado About Nothing - Handlebards - Open Air Theatre at Raby Castle

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    Type:

    Theatre

    Staindrop

    Settle in for an unforgettable evening of open-air theatre as the brilliant HandleBards return to Raby Castle with their delightfully chaotic, bicycle-powered production of Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing.

    Dates

    From:
    14 Aug 2025Open 18:30 -
    More info for Much Ado About Nothing - Handlebards - Open Air Theatre at Raby Castle

  9. Add Stephen K Amos "Now We're Talking!" to your Itinerary

    Stephen K Amos "Now We're Talking!"

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    Type:

    Comedy

    Barnard Castle

    The gloves are off and he's packing a punchline, so let's speak easy and laugh freely.

    Dates

    From:
    23 Jan 2026Open 20:00 - 22:00
    More info for Stephen K Amos "Now We're Talking!"

  10. Add Heritage Open Days: A New Town, a Colliery, Church and a Castle to your Itinerary

    Heritage Open Days: A New Town, a Colliery, Church and a Castle

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    Type:

    Heritage Open Days

    Peterlee

    Monday 15th September A New Town, a Colliery, Church and a Castle. 10:00am (5 hours) 9 miles, level 2 difficulty. Yvonne Andrews. Start: Apollo Pavilion Car park, SR8 1JS.

    Dates

    From:
    15 Sept 2025Open 10:00 - 15:00
    More info for Heritage Open Days: A New Town, a Colliery, Church and a Castle

  11. Add Christmas at the Palace - The Auckland Project to your Itinerary

    Christmas at the Palace - The Auckland Project

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    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Market Place, Bishop Auckland

    Immerse yourself in unrivalled festive splendour when you visit Auckland Palace's very special Christmas event.

    Venue

    The Auckland Project, Bishop Auckland

    Dates

    From:
    21 Nov 2025to31 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
    More info for Christmas at the Palace - The Auckland Project

  12. Add Shakespeare Recovered: Durham's First Folio - Palace Green Library to your Itinerary

    Shakespeare Recovered: Durham's First Folio - Palace Green Library

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    Type:

    Exhibition

    Durham

    This year, our iconic book takes centre stage at Palace Green Library.

    Dates

    From:
    4 Apr 2025to2 Nov 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00
    More info for Shakespeare Recovered: Durham's First Folio - Palace Green Library

  13. Add Derwent Fest 2025 to your Itinerary

    Derwent Fest 2025

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    Edmundbyers

    A weekend festival of live tribute music, food and drink, and children’s activities and entertainment, set in a stunning location, not far from you. Bring all the family, including the dog, and enjoy some fun, quality time together.

    Venue

    Derwent Waterside Park, Shotley Bridge

    Dates

    From:
    15 Aug 2025to16 Aug 2025
    More info for Derwent Fest 2025

  14. Add Cestrian Flower Club to your Itinerary

    Cestrian Flower Club

    Type

    Type:

    Demonstration

    Chester-le-Street

    Flower arranging demonstration by Linda Fraser. 

    Dates

    From:
    2 Oct 2025Open 18:45 - 21:30
    More info for Cestrian Flower Club

  15. Add Stargazing Suppers - High Force Hotel and Waterfall to your Itinerary

    Stargazing Suppers - High Force Hotel and Waterfall

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    Type:

    Dark Skies

    Forest-in-Teesdale

    Discover the magnificence of the night sky with an exciting stargazing experience at the breath-taking High Force Waterfall in County Durham.

    Dates

    From:
    30 Aug 2025to29 Mar 2026
    More info for Stargazing Suppers - High Force Hotel and Waterfall

  16. Add Victory Over Japan Day at The Story to your Itinerary

    Victory Over Japan Day at The Story

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    Type:

    Children/Family events

    South Road, Durham

    Durham County Council has planned a programme of family activities at its culture and heritage venue, The Story, to commemorate VJ Day (Victory over Japan Day) on Friday 15 August.

    Dates

    From:
    15 Aug 2025Open 11:00 -
    More info for Victory Over Japan Day at The Story

  17. Add Viking Weekend - Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens to your Itinerary

    Viking Weekend - Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Durham

    On Saturday 27 & Sunday 28 September head to Ushaw for their Viking Weekend where history comes alive!

    Dates

    From:
    27 Sept 2025to28 Sept 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00
    More info for Viking Weekend - Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens

  18. Add Flying Scotsman Experiences at Locomotion to your Itinerary

    Flying Scotsman Experiences at Locomotion

    Type

    Type:

    Children/Family events

    Shildon

    From 5 August Flying Scotsman is back at Locomotion this summer—what memories will you make with the famous locomotive?

    Dates

    From:
    5 Aug 2025to31 Aug 2025
    More info for Flying Scotsman Experiences at Locomotion

  19. Add Re-Take That - Durham Cathedral to your Itinerary

    Re-Take That - Durham Cathedral

    Type

    Type:

    Concert

    The College, Durham

    Re-Take That is the ultimate Take That party night, bringing the world’s biggest boy band’s greatest hits to life – live on stage. 

    Dates

    From:
    12 Sept 2025Open 19:30 -
    More info for Re-Take That - Durham Cathedral

  20. Add Stargazing at Raby Castle to your Itinerary

    Stargazing at Raby Castle

    Type

    Type:

    Stargazing Events

    Staindrop

    This exclusive event offers a rare opportunity to explore the night sky under the expert guidance of a professional astronomer. Whether you are an experienced stargazer or a newcomer to astronomy, this session promises to provide valuable insights…

    Dates

    From:
    18 Oct 2025Open 19:00 -
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    25 Oct 2025Open 19:00 -
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    15 Nov 2025Open 18:00 -
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    22 Nov 2025Open 18:00 -
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    13 Dec 2025Open 18:00 -
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    17 Jan 2026Open 18:00 -
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    24 Jan 2026Open 18:00 -
    More info for Stargazing at Raby Castle